Team Member of the Month: September 2025
Some of the individuals DMH serves have very challenging behaviors. At times, these behaviors can lead to physical confrontations with staff and other patients. The DMH Team Member of the Month has a unique ability to connect with patients, even in the most difficult circumstances. Chelsea Schneider is a Registered Nurse (RN) at Northwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center. She recently stepped in to help with a patient who had assaulted staff multiple times. Chelsea treated the patient with respect, patience, and empathy, and quickly brought the situation under control. Her composure and confidence reassured other patients and the staff that everything was going to be okay.
Chelsea is said to treat all patients with dignity and compassion, regardless of their behavior, which illustrates her exceptional professionalism.
One co-worker said, “As a relatively newer RN, with just over two years of experience, she demonstrates grace under pressure which inspires her peers to approach challenges in the same way. Chelsea's readiness to support her colleagues and uplift those who are struggling brings stability to the unit.”
Well done, Chelsea. Congratulations!